Gold Toned Old Lock and Key Buttons - Set of Eight unique letter opener I purchased it from a

I purchased it from a dealer who had some very fine ceramics

or a sweet show of love anytime

4 7/8" long x 2 5/8" deep x 7/8" tall

The splint wrapping the loop handle at the center of the lid is a bit loose at the end and the exterior color hasfaded a but with age

and the resourcefulness so many of them represent

Gold Toned Old Lock and Key Buttons - Set of Eight unique letter opener I purchased it from aSuch charming little buttons! They read as brass, but under magnification I believe they are some other metal and painted a brassy gold tone. I have not found others like them and think they have a fair amount of age. Fun sewn onto a favorite coat or cardigan, but I might string at least one of them on a chain to wear as a necklace surely causing all doors to open before you! Checking dimensions. Sold as a set of 8. Very good vintage condition, with